Tag: Australian Manufacturing
Nano-spiked silicon surface destroys 96% of virus particles, says researchers
A team of researchers, headed by RMIT University, has created and manufactured a surface with virus-killing capabilities, offering the potential for mitigating disease transmission in hospitals, labs, and similar high-risk settings.
Australian solar PV manufacturing receives $1 billion boost
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has welcomed a significant injection of $1 billion in funding to catalyse the development of domestic solar photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing capabilities across the entire supply chain.
NSW Government pumps $1.5 million into TAFE NSW Lithgow
Responding to the surging demand for construction courses in the Bathurst region, the NSW Government has allocated $1.5 million to enhance facilities at TAFE NSW Lithgow.
First commercial-grade optical fibres manufactured in space
Special glass rods developed at the University of Adelaide have been transformed into over eight kilometres of optical fiber aboard the International Space Station (ISS), the university revealed in a news release.
Weld Australia advocates for stronger measures to boost local manufacturing in renewable energy
The Australian Government's Capacity Investment Scheme aims to enhance local participation in renewable energy, but concerns over unclear criteria raise doubts about its effectiveness in stimulating domestic manufacturing and job creation, Weld Australia said in a news release.
Gov’t boosts Western Australia’s F&B manufacturing sector in new funding initiative
The Western Australian Government announced a fresh wave of funding, totalling over $470,700 in Agrifood and Beverage Vouchers in a move to bolster the state’s agrifood and beverage industry.
House of Representatives launches inquiry into future of F&B manufacturing industry
The House of Representatives Standing Committee on Industry, Science, and Resources has initiated an inquiry to explore avenues for innovation and expansion within Australia’s food and beverage manufacturing sector.
First Graphene spearheads breakthrough in green hydrogen catalyst
First Graphene Limited announced progress in the commercialisation of graphene materials with the development of new electrocatalysts tailored for the burgeoning 'green hydrogen' sector.
NT champions advanced manufacturing for water quality in remote communities
The Northern Territory Government is spearheading a transformative initiative to bolster local businesses and employment opportunities through the Advanced Manufacturing Ecosystem Fund (AMEF).
Gov’t launches electric truck fleet to drive manufacturing innovation
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has unveiled a fleet of 43 electric trucks hitting Sydney roads, signalling a significant advancement in the government's "Driving the Nation" program.